Government Accountability

Don Lemon Arrest Highlights Federal Overreach and Media Double Standards

By Patriot News Investigative Desk | January 30, 2026

The arrest of journalist Don Lemon after a protest at a Minnesota church raises serious questions about federal priorities and media freedom under the Trump administration.

In a move that spotlights troubling federal overreach and selective justice, journalist Don Lemon was arrested by federal agents following an anti-immigration protest that disrupted a church service in Minnesota. The incident not only intensifies local tensions but also exposes the questionable priorities of the Justice Department under President Trump’s administration. Why Is Federal Power Targeting Journalists Instead of Actual Threats? Lemon, a seasoned journalist with three decades of experience, was taken into custody in Los Angeles despite his clear role as an observer documenting events—not as an active participant in any unlawful activity. His arrest came after prosecutors’ initial...

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